Associate Director, Digital Advertising Sales - New Business Development

AT A GLANCE

RVO Health Media is dedicated to giving people a better path to health and wellbeing. We own and operate the largest health and wellbeing platform in the U.S., reaching more than 70 million people each month as they seek trusted health information, find care, compare prices, discover product discounts, save money, and take meaningful action in their health journeys. Our flagship sites include Healthline and Healthgrades.

Our Sales Team drives digital advertising revenue across the organization. We collaborate closely with marketing, analytics, media, and product teams to deliver high-performing advertising solutions that align with client needs. We focus on building strong, consultative relationships with clients and agencies while identifying strategic opportunities for growth.

This role focuses on digital advertising media sales across the pharmaceutical, consumer health, cpg, insurance, etc categories. As an Associate Director, Digital Advertising Sales you will be focused on new business development. Responsibilities include supporting revenue generation, developing and fostering client relationships, contributing to strategic solutions, and playing a key role in elevating RVO Health Media’s visibility within the marketplace. This is an ideal role for someone with strong prospecting skills, emerging sales experience who is ready to take on greater ownership, engage directly with clients, and advance toward a full sales leadership path.

We are seeking a motivated, insights-driven seller with a passion for healthcare and digital media. Candidates with experience at media agencies, in account management, or in early-stage sales roles will be well positioned for success.

Where You'll Be

Northeast (NY, NJ, CT, Philly)

What You’ll Do

• Support revenue growth by managing and nurturing existing client partnerships.
• Identify new opportunities and assist in developing strategic, insight-driven media solutions.
• Participate in client and agency presentations, both virtually and in person.
• Help plan and execute client-facing events, meetings, and proactive outreach.
• Collaborate with media strategy and marketing teams to build integrated solutions that meet client goals.
• Maintain Salesforce pipeline updates and contribute to accurate forecasting.
• Develop familiarity with pharmaceutical market dynamics, client needs, and category nuances.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in media agency account management, digital advertising, or early-stage media sales (pharma, cpg, consumer health-otc, vms, etc experience a plus).
• Working understanding of digital media, advertising operations, and performance measurement.
• Interest in and growing knowledge of healthcare trends, pharma marketing, and digital campaign strategy.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop trust with clients and agency partners.
• Comfort presenting to clients and participating in strategic discussions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to grow into a more senior sales role.
• Ability to travel for client meetings as needed.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM tools

Pursuant to various state Fair Pay Acts, below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company. The following benefits are provided by RVO Health, subject to eligibility requirements.

Starting Base Salary: $98,000 - $150,000

Total Earnings = (Base + Commission)

*Commission structure: paid quarterly, no cap, no floor.

*Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications and experience

Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)

• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Income Protection Plans
• Pet Services Plans
• Mental Health Support
• \Wellness Coaching
• HSA- Health Savings Account
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym & Fitness Center Discount Program

Who We Are: 

Founded in 2022, RVO Health is a new healthcare platform of digital media brands, services and technologies focused on building relationships with people throughout their health & wellness journey. We meet people where they are in their personal health journeys and connect them with both the information and the care they need. RVO Health was created by joining teams from both Red Ventures and UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health. Together we’re focused on delivering on our vision of a stronger and healthier world. 

RVO Health is comprised of Healthline Media (Healthline, Medical News Today, Psych Central, Greatist and Bezzy), Healthgrades, FindCare and PlateJoy; Optum Perks, Optum Store and the virtual coaching platforms Real Appeal, Wellness Coaching, and QuitForLife. 

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program. 

RVO Health is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at RVO Health is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodations@rvohealth.com.

We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

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